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R56 LGT

1997 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2024
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

52,663 mi
Last recorded52,663 miles
Recorded on3 May 2023
Typical for 1997 Mazda MX-585,711 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR56 LGT
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 3 May 2023 52,663 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2020 52,777 miles

Advise b/fluid showing signs of contamination

Advise front tyres cracking in outer walls slightly

Advise rear tyres cracking in treads

Pass 9 Jan 2019 52,307 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 51,581 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 48,543 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 48,477 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 46,646 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2008 44,676 miles
Pass 19 May 2007 43,104 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda MX-5?

Based on 2,502,760 MOT tests across 160,823 vehicles.

76.5%
Pass Rate
2,964
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
160,823
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 44,475
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 41,962
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 35,980
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 33,281
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 32,722
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R56 LGT is a 1997 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 85,711 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda MX-5 fails its MOT is seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 44,475 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R56 LGT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda MX-5 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 29 years old, this Mazda MX-5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R56 LGT registered?

R56 LGT is a 1997 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 9 December 1997.

Is R56 LGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R56 LGT shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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